What we’re about
How many times have you seen hiking clubs where if you're not a super fast uber- hiker they don't want you going on any harder hikes or scrambles. They believe that if you are slower you should only stick to the easier stuff. Boring!! This is a club for those of us who still wish to do all styles of hiking from easy walks to scrambles. We just don't feel the need to make a "mad dash" for a summit or to finish a trail in record time. Hiking and being in the outdoors is meant to be an enjoyable activity for all of us. Slow and Steady is about hiking at a consistent, manageable pace -- which may vary from slow to moderate depending on the organizer -- and finishing the hike or scrambling to a summit together. If this is more your style and wish to meet like minded hikers please consider joining our club. We will be doing all kinds of summer and winter activities such as day hikes, scrambles, backpacking trips, XC skiing, snowshoe trips, downhill ski trips and any other outdoor related activity. Remember slow and steady wins the race. Lets all enjoy the great outdoors together. Just in a more relaxed pace.
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See all- Horse Thief CanyonNeeds location
Horsethief Canyon offers stunning example of a classic badlands landscape. This area is a unique landscape sculpted by glaciation and centuries of wind and rain erosion. With centuries of exposure, nature has created a landscape of coulees, hoodoos and river valleys. We will wander the canyon and riverbank with a photography focus.
This trip will be weather dependent. Please check the website the morning of the trip to make sure it has not been cancelled.
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Length: 10 km total
Elevation Gain: 250mDifficulty: (T2) - See https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1EwslsRqLvFp-6anYK_pw_YNLrr94qklcbyZXsv87qs0/mobilebasic for description of the trail rating system Slow and Steady uses.
Trailhead: Horse Thief Canyon parking lot is 16 km northwest of Drumheller a bit past the Tyrell MuseumRSVP RULES: Late cancellations without a valid reason, will result in a 'no show' at the organizer's discretion. Note that 'no shows' can hinder your attendance on hikes with other organizers.
PACE: slow. We stay together or in 2 groups. We stop to layer and delayer, take photos and enjoy the day.
RESTRICTED:: No children
REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:
· backpack
· hiking boots
. headlamp
· personal first aid kit
· snacks/lunch
. water (2l)
· appropriate clothing
. spikes
· good attitude
. sense of humour
SUGGESTED GEAR:
. gaiters
. sunscreen
. poles
. change of shoes
. sense of adventure
CARPOOLING: Carpooling will not be arranged for this hike; however, please use the comment section to request a ride. Please be considerate of your driver’s car and bring a change of shoes and plastic bag for dirty footwear. Suggested gas fee contribution is $20.00.
CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must sign agreeing to the club waiver at the trailhead. You will need to provide an emergency name and phone number. Following is the Slow and Steady Club Waiver: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit.CODE OF CONDUCT: By signing up for this hike, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit
DISCLAIMER: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip and you are responsible for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group. - Cascade Mountain (S5)Mount Norquay, Banff, AB
With the G7 limiting the options in K-Country, its time to check Cascade off the list. It’s a classic that is long with lots of elevation gain. There are supposed to be scrambling options along the route that we can explore.
Rock helmets are mandatory.
🌲 Distance: 18km
🌲 Elevation gain: 1400 meters
🌲 Time: 9 hours + driving
🌲 Max Group Size: 8 (No children, No Pets, No guests)
🌲 Difficulty: S5 routes (Kane's easy, YDS 1) are hiking ascents on a rocky gradient with minor rock bands. This type of trip is often similar in nature to Off-Trail 5 trips. A problem with the 'use of hands' criteria for scrambles is that trip participants have differing levels of balance. Another criteria is that a Scramble 5 is a more 'serious' trip than an Off-Trail 5 trip. Expect to encounter longer stretches of scree or talus and mild exposure. Scramble routes are often in mountain environments with potential for more extreme weather and terrain conditions. Example: Grotto Mountain🌲 Meeting Location: Mount Norquay Ski Hill Parking Lot.
🌲 Descriptive Links:
Weather: https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Cascade-Mountain/forecasts/2998
Alltrails Route: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/cascade-mountain--2🌲 There is a waitlist. If we have not hiked together before, please answer the questions regarding your hiking experience. The waitlist for this event is not first come, first serve, but based on ability to fit into the group to make the hike enjoyable for everyone.
🌲 We move at a steady pace with short breaks for delayering, relayering, photos & bio breaks..
🌲 Required gear:
- climbing helmet
- micro-spikes
- hiking boots
- water
- lunch / snacks
- hat / gloves
- technical clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
- rain coat & hood
- personal first aid kit, toilet kit🌲 Suggested gear:
- Scrambling gloves
- bear spray
- bug spray, tick tweezers
- gaiters
- light pad to sit on
- trekking poles
- sunscreen, hat, sunglasses🌲 If you wish to carpool, you are welcome to use to comment section to make arrangements.
🌲 If you have not already done so, please read the Slow and Steady Code of Conduct here: Code of Conduct
🌲 WAIVER: You must sign our club waiver before you are allowed to go on this trip and you shall arrive prepared with an emergency name and phone number to be recorded on the waiver. Organizer will have a group waiver for you to sign at the trailhead. You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver: Club Waiver
🌲 Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip and you are responsible for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.
